Principal Radar Signals Engineer

SAIC · Chantilly

SAIC is hiring a Radar Signals Engineer to join a mission-driven, multi-disciplinary analysis team in Chantilly, VA, supporting multiple satellite programs at the forefront of national innovation. This role focuses on modeling, simulation, and analysis of target-tracking radar systems for satellites across all Earth orbits, directly supporting high-visibility national priorities. You will work in a secure Government environment with frequent access to senior Government decision-makers and daily collaboration with experts in propulsion, radars, optics, AI/ML, cloud computing, GPUs, and more.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Design and analyze satellite-tracking radar waveforms and signal processing algorithms for detection, acquisition, tracking, and characterization of space targets.
Perform radar and antenna performance analyses, including link budgets and tracking performance across LEO, MEO, GEO, and other orbital regimes.
Develop and execute modeling and simulation of radar-to-satellite engagement scenarios, including optional radar return modeling using 3D satellite models.
Use programming languages such as Python, C++, MATLAB, or similar tools to implement, validate, and enhance models, simulations, and data-processing pipelines.
Conduct independent trade studies and technical assessments of radar architectures, algorithms, and system performance, including review and validation of algorithms and results produced by external teams.
Document findings and develop actionable technical briefings, with opportunities to present results to senior Government stakeholders.

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

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